THE ENGLISH COMIC ALBUM A Century Of Pictorial Wit And Humour

A century of pictorial wit and  humour, beginning with George Cruikshank and ending with David Langdon. A delightful scrapbook of picture-with-captions, joke drawing with social intent, and satire of people. This collection of cartoons by English comic artists is a lovely compilation of the progression of comic art throughout the late nineteenth century and early twentieth century. This is one of the first comprehensive comic anthologies. This work is in chronological order, starting with Victorian comics. There are images from well known publications such as 'Punch'. Each section has an analytical passage by the editors. Hardcover without dustjacket. Out Of Print. Condition. Very Good. Cover wear and stain with the spine having tiny edge tears. Pages are in great shape with only light edge yellowing.